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8,514 books about writing & storytelling
0–3 yrs
432 books
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2788 books
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3201 books
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Lucky the Kitten
Lucky and the Castle of Books
Jeannine Dufresne
For the child who finds magic in quiet corners and the power of a great story, this book celebrates the joy of reading w
Ages 6–9
Barely Missing Everything
Matt Mendez
For the teenager navigating the weight of family secrets and systemic barriers while trying to define their own future i
Ages 14–18
Palimpsest
Catherynne M. Valente
For those grappling with loss and the longing to find a place where they truly belong, even if that place exists only in
Ages 18–18
Missing Clarissa
Ripley Jones
For the teenager fascinated by true-crime who is ready to question the ethics behind the headlines and the secrets hidde
Ages 14–18
Autobiography of My Dead Brother
Walter Dean Myers
For the teen navigating the heartbreak of watching a childhood friend drift toward a dangerous path and the struggle to
Ages 12–18
How to Catch a Bear Who Loves to Read #2
A Starlit Trip to the Library
Andrew Katz, Juliana Léveillé-Trudel
For the little reader who feels a sense of panic when a favorite ritual is disrupted, this nighttime adventure turns a f
Ages 3–7
Good Luck Gold and Other Poems
Janet S. Wong
For the child exploring their cultural identity, these poems offer a bridge between two worlds, celebrating Chinese Amer
Ages 8–12
House of Hex
Beth Revis
For the child feeling vulnerable after a big change, this magical mystery explores finding inner strength and using your
Ages 10–14
The Several Lives of Orphan Jack
Sarah Ellis
For the child stepping into the world alone for the first time. This whimsical tale follows an orphan discovering that l
Ages 8–12
#Notyourprincess
Lisa Charleyboy, Mary Beth Leatherdale
For the teen or young adult navigating the complexities of Indigenous identity while pushing back against stereotypes an
Ages 12–18
Each Night Was Illuminated
Jodi Lynn Anderson
For teens navigating the quiet weight of grief and the search for meaning, this lyrical story follows two neighbors find
Ages 14–18
Reaching Dustin
Vicki Grove
For the child learning to look past appearances and see the hidden struggles others face, especially when dealing with t
Ages 9–12
The Letter in the Attic
RB Simples
For the child struggling to adjust after a big move or feeling lonely in a new place. Oliver's journey through time help
Ages 8–12
The Art of Miss Chew
Patricia Polacco
For the child who feels discouraged in the classroom, this moving memoir celebrates how a single teacher's belief can un
Ages 6–10
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close
Jonathan Safran Foer
For the child or teen navigating the heavy clouds of loss and the 'what-ifs' that follow a tragedy. A journey through gr
Ages 14–18
Expectations
Tony Bertauski
For parents or older students navigating the complex, emotional, and often unpredictable journey of building a family th
Ages 12–18
Little Lacey Loo
Little Lacey Loo's Life-Changing Affirmations
Megn Milina
For the child who struggles with self-doubt or needs a morning boost, this book introduces the practice of daily affirma
Ages 3–8
Queer Heroes
Arabelle Sicardi
For the child seeking to find themselves in history. This vibrant collection of biographies celebrates 53 LGBTQ+ icons w
Ages 8–12
Shoreline Haiku!
J. K. Boyer
For the parent looking to settle a busy child after a long day of play, this gentle collection of beach-themed poetry pr
Ages 3–8
The Human Comedy
William Saroyan
For the family navigating the bittersweet reality of life during wartime and the resilience found in small-town communit
Ages 12–18
Journal of a Sneaky Twerp #1
Journal of a Sneaky Twerp
Jest Ninney
For the teen who feels like they are too cool for school and struggles with the pressure to fit in while avoiding real s
Ages 10–15
Queen of the Tiles
Hanna Alkaf
For the teen navigating the heavy fog of grief who finds it difficult to separate their own identity from a friend they
Ages 13–18
Loretta Little Looks Back: Three Voices Go Tell It
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the family looking to discuss the long journey for equality, this multi-generational oral history honors the grit an
Ages 8–12
Mummy & Daddy Love Me
Neo Marti
For the child navigating the transition of divorce or separation. This interactive journal helps children process big fe
Ages 5–11
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